2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 228 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charger | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
